

Best for intermediate divers, 20-60m, boat entry, mild current.
Gorgonia Boca Chica is a combined natural and artificial reef site located off Catalina Island. The site features a depth range of 20 to 60 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres, requiring intermediate certification and careful gas planning for deeper sections. Access is by boat only. Divers may encounter mild currents, though visibility varies significantly between visits. Water temperatures remain between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Be aware of jellyfish present throughout the water column. Species recorded around this area include Great Barracuda, French Angelfish, Indian Lionfish, various groupers, wrasses, Black Durgeon, Striped Parrotfish, Blue Tang, Pacific Trumpetfish, Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer, Foureye Butterfly Fish, Round Stingray, Brain Coral, and French Grunt.
18.43590, -69.62150
Check visibility conditions locally before committing to the deeper sections, as it can vary considerably and affects how much of the structure you can take in on a single dive. Confirm boat and facility arrangements in advance, as no permanent facilities are listed for this site.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
20-60m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include Great Barracuda, French Angelfish, Indian Lionfish, groupers, wrasses, Black Durgeon, Striped Parrotfish, Blue Tang, Pacific Trumpetfish, Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer, Foureye Butterfly Fish, Round Stingray, Brain Coral, and French Grunt.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth range of 20 to 60 metres and the requirement for deep-diving experience.
The site ranges from 20 to 60 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; boat arrangements must be confirmed in advance.
This site is primarily for diving due to the depth profile, which reaches up to 60 metres.
Divers should watch for jellyfish throughout the water column.
Diving at Gorgonia Boca Chica in Boca Chica requires the following certifications: Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Gorgonia Boca Chica in Boca Chica. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
Gorgonia Boca Chica in Boca Chica typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.